Elementary School Nurse - RFPO

Elementary School Nurse

The School Nurse is a health services specialist who assists pupils and staff in attaining and/or maintaining optimum health, and promoting positive health habits and attitudes. The Nurse must evaluate the physical conditions of students and refer to appropriate resources. The School Nurse must be certified and comply with all Federal and State licensing regulations.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Access the physical well-being of the pupil in terms of developmental and present health status;
• Develop policies, procedures, and work standards for school health program
• Monitors compliance of school health program with federal, state, and local laws and agencies
• Screens and conducts health appraisals for staff and students and maintains records
• Prepares health reports for supervisor, board of education and health department
• Maintains security of school health supplies
• Corresponds with parents on health needs of children
• Manages student health records; Records immunizations, health findings, and other relevant health data
• Provides professional development for staff as requested
• Participates in child study team process as needed
• Maintains and requests orders for equipment/supplies for nurse's office and first aid station
• Administers medication to students as prescribed by physician.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• Considerable knowledge of medical disorders and treatment
• Considerable knowledge of child growth and development
• Working knowledge of public health programs and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies
• Experience in an acute care setting is preferred.